Mers-sur-Indre Flower and Plant Fair

30th Edition — Sunday, May 10, 2026

The 30th edition of the Mers-sur-Indre Flower and Plant Fair was held on Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 9 AM to 7 PM, in the heart of the small Berrichon village dear to George Sand. A traditional event on the second Sunday of May, close to the Ice Saints, the fair once again took over Rue George Sand and Domaine Hall, an 18th-century barn.

The 2026 theme: "Barks"

Each edition is organized around a plant theme. For this 30th anniversary edition, the fair highlighted barks — their textures, their uses in the garden, their landscape virtues, and their role in the life of the tree.

Nurserymen, rose growers, and specialized producers

As every year, Rue George Sand welcomed a selection of producers from across the region: nurserymen, rose growers, producers of rare plants, medicinal plants, succulents, carnivorous plants, as well as potters, sculptors, and exhibitors of agricultural equipment. Visitors could leave with varieties not found in garden centers and benefit from the advice of passionate professionals.

Farmers' market, flea market, and entertainment

The farmers' market brought together about twenty local producers offering artisanal products and Berry specialties. The flea market, street music entertainment, and the small funfair completed the day. On-site catering was provided by the festival committee with local products. The traditional photo contest on the theme of gardens and nature was once again renewed.

Thirty years of an emblematic horticultural event in Berry

Created in 2004, the fair celebrates its 30th edition in 2026 and confirms its roots in the spring horticultural calendar of the Indre department. Beyond plants, it remains a highlight of village life and a discreet tribute to the Sandian heritage — embodied since 2014 by the rose «La Diablesse», named in a nod to the novel La Mare au Diable.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 — from 9 AM to 7 PM

A single big day, on Rue George Sand and at Domaine Hall:

• Flower and Plant Fair — nurserymen, rose growers, producers of rare, medicinal, succulent, and carnivorous plants all along Rue George Sand
• Artisan stalls — potters, sculptors, creations in wood, leather, and porcelain on the plant theme
• Exhibitors of agricultural and gardening equipment
• Farmers' market — about twenty local producers (cheeses, honeys, wines, cured meats, artisanal Berry products)
• Flea market in the village
• 2026 Thematic exhibition: "Barks"
• Street music entertainment throughout the day
• Small funfair for children
• Photo contest on the theme of gardens and nature
• On-site catering provided by the festival committee with local products

The precise schedule details for each activity and the named list of exhibitors have not been published online by the organizer.

• 30th edition of the fair — anniversary
• Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 9 AM to 7 PM
• 2026 Theme: "Barks"
• Nurserymen, rose growers, rare, medicinal, succulent, and carnivorous plants
• Farmers' market with about twenty local producers
• Flea market, street music entertainment, small funfair
• "Gardens and nature" photo contest
• On-site catering by the festival committee
• Heritage setting: Rue George Sand and Domaine Hall (18th-century barn)
• Free entry

Practical Information

Access

Mers-sur-Indre is located about 25 km south of Châteauroux, in the Indre department (36).

• By car: From Châteauroux, take the D943 towards La Châtre, then follow signs for Mers-sur-Indre. Free parking.
• By train: Châteauroux station, then car (approx. 25 min).

Opening Hours

All day, the second Sunday of May.

Prices

Free admission.

Contact

Mairie de Mers-sur-Indre — Tel: 02 54 31 06 52 — Email: [email protected]